Georgia Equine Veterinary Hospital.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas to all💙
And happy Holidays💙
from all of us at GEVS

12/23/2025

12/19/2025

Know your source!! Recently while at one of our farms, a client noticed a difference in the "Ulcergard" she had just purchased online. The client felt that the packaging did not seem correct and was a bit concerned. After looking at it carefully, we sent pictures to our Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. representative who confirmed that this was a "dupe" or knock off. We are not sure what exactly it's made up of but it is not the product that it is supposed to be!

12/18/2025

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If you own horses long enough, sooner or later you are likely to be confronted with a medical emergency (even during the holidays). Are you prepared?

Having a clear emergency action plan will help you stay focused and effective if a crisis strikes. Below are some basic guidelines that can help you prepare for an equine emergency:

1. Know how to reach your regular veterinarian after hours. Ask about a back-up or referring veterinarian in case your regular horse doctor is not available for emergencies.

2. Have a plan for transporting the horse if necessary and know in advance the most direct route to an equine surgery center.

3. Prepare a first aid kit and store it in a clean, dry, readily accessible place. Keep a first aid kit in your horse trailer or towing vehicle as well and be sure to check your supplies periodically and restock as needed. First-aid kits can be as simple or elaborate as you’d like; seek your horse doctor's advice on what to add, especially regarding any drugs that could be included and how they should be administered.

11/27/2025

From our family to your's 💛🧡

11/25/2025

Big rivalry this weekend UGA vs Ga Tech. Great to see these great schools working together for the advancement of vet care!💛🖤❤️ https://www.facebook.com/share/1H9ucjHqEY/

11/23/2025

Great client education Laura DuVall Molony. Thank you, Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc.

11/21/2025

Dr. Laura DuVall Molony is starting the day off right,with veterinary assistances Ashley Tucker and Sophie Turner conducting a gastroscoping.

11/20/2025

For those wanting updates on the EHV-1 outbreak, follow the EDCC for current information.
Equine Disease Communication Center
page or website

Equine herpesvirus (EHV) is a family of equine viruses named by numbers including EHV-1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 with EHV-1,3,4 posing the most risk for domestic horses. EHV is a common DNA virus that occurs in horse populations worldwide. The two most common species are EHV-1 and EHV-4.

11/20/2025

If you are looking for updates on EHV-1 outbreak, go here.....also useful for other disease concerns

National governing body for equestrian sport in the United States. Uniting the equestrian community by ensuring fairness, safety, and enjoyment.

11/19/2025

EHV Outbreak Alert

• Possible exposure of EHM/EHV-1 at WPRA event in Waco, Texas that took place Nov. 5-9th
• If your horse(s) were at the event or has come into contact with any horse(s) that were at that event, you should quarantine at home for at least 14 days. Temperature should be monitored daily, with 101.5 triggering a call to your veterinarian.

EHV Transmission Facts
• Direct contact between horses
• Inhaling aerosolized particles from nasal secretions
• Contact with contaminated equipment, ie stalls, water buckets, bits.
• Humans can also act as carriers by touching infected horses and then noninfected horses.
• Horses can act as carriers and spread the virus without appearing sick.

EHV Biosecurity Facts
• Isolate horses that are sick or exposed or returning from events.
• Prevent any nose to nose touching or other direct contact.
• Do not share equipment.
• Disinfect water buckets, feed buckets, stall cleaning equipment and trailers using bleach 10% solution. DO NOT submerge water hoses in buckets and clean hose.
• Wash hands between all horses. Change clothes and sanitize between handling horses that are quarantined and any other horses on the property.
EHV Monitoring and Health
• Symptoms can include: fever, nasal discharge, cough or neurologic signs like hind leg weakness or ataxia.
• Temperatures greater than 101.5F should be reported to your veterinarian.
• Vaccination with EHV 1&4 routinely (every 6 months).
o Horses that are exposed should not be vaccinated during their quarantine.
o Vaccination may be advised by your veterinarian during an outbreak. Consult with them on type and frequency.
o There are no vaccines currently available for EHM (EHV 1 mutation). There is no consensus for whether vaccination with EHV 1&4 are recommended.

As always, please reach to Georgia equine Veterinary Services and Hospital with any questions or concerns with travel and the health of your equine companions.

11/19/2025

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Two positive cases of Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy have caused the cancellation of the remainder of the Barrel Futurities of America (BFA) World Championship. The event was scheduled to run Nov. 17-22 at Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, OK.

Read the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC)'s latest update here: https://equinediseasecc.org/news/article/Barrel-Futurities-of-America-Suspends-Oklahoma-Event-Due-to-EHM-Positives